Economic and Market Outlooks What’s on Our Minds This Week? Consumer sentiment has plunged to levels below the 2007–2009 financial crisis amid tariff-related fears, as consumers brace for a weaker economy and higher inflation.
Estate Planning Estate Planning Documents Everyone Should Have The basic message is that most people think estate planning is important but are often confused about how to get it done. So, what are the basic estate planning documents every adult should have?
Individuals and Families How to Become a Snowbird in Retirement – 7 Tips to Help You Prepare Transitioning into a snowbird lifestyle during retirement requires planning and readiness. Explore invaluable tips to help you prepare.
Individuals and Families Harnessing the Power of Health Savings Accounts HSAs offer more than a way to manage healthcare costs; they are a vital wealth-building tool that utilizes tax advantages and growth opportunities to bolster financial security.
Individuals and Families Three Things to Consider When Moving to a Non-Income Tax State Changing residency is not as simple as one would think. Extreme care must be taken and you must have a game plan ready to execute. Be sure to connect with your Cerity Partners financial advisor in the beginning phases of your planning. With their expertise and guidance, you will be better prepared to avoid to avoid the pitfalls that snag the unwary.
Estate Planning Perpetual Education Trusts A Perpetual Education Trust is a way to influence the lives of distant descendants by providing them with a quality education.
Corporations Is Your Business Sellable? Many owners run their businesses without an exit plan in mind. Then when the time comes to sell, they find out that the way they’ve been running their company isn’t attractive to prospective buyers or that they will only buy the business at a meaningful discount.
Individuals and Families Splitting Retirement Accounts in Divorce When going through a divorce, the process of dividing assets can be a frustrating and confusing one. Retirement assets are an important issue in any divorce proceeding, since, after the marital home, they often represent the largest category of marital assets to be divided in a divorce settlement. Accounts that fall into this retirement category […]
Cross-Border Planning Retire in Italy? A New 7% Flat Tax May Incentivize U.S. Citizens Looking to Retire Abroad The idea of living abroad has gained in popularity for many U.S. citizens as they plan for how to spend their retirement years. Italy, an already popular retirement destination for many Americans, introduced a tax incentive in 2019 that may help further attract foreign retirees. Italy is home to some of the most historic architecture, […]
Individuals and Families Approaching Art Learn key insights on collecting art effectively, understanding market trends, the role of art advisors, and strategic approaches to managing and preserving your art investments.
Economic and Market Outlooks Is It Time to Panic? (Spoiler Alert: No, It Is Not)Tariffs and policy uncertainty have spooked investors, but good outcomes for the markets and economy are more probable than you might think.
Economic and Market Outlooks April 2025 Economic & Market OutlookAre we headed for a recession or might the economy continue to grow? In this video, Chief Equity Strategist Jim Lebenthal examines recent market volatility,…
Individuals and Families From Courts to Cash: How Women Athletes and Women’s Sports Are Changing the Game Women’s sports are experiencing unprecedented growth, fueled by rising viewership, increased sponsorships, and expanding financial opportunities for athletes. This article explores the economic shift underway…